Former President Barack Obama endorsed Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley for Wisconsin governor in a video released Thursday. Obama praised Crowley’s background as a community organizer and his record leading the state’s largest county, where he created jobs and balanced the budget.

In the 48-second video, Obama said he has not known many leaders like Crowley. He noted their shared experiences as community organizers and “girl dads,” adding that Crowley and his wife are raising three daughters in public schools. Obama stated that as governor, Crowley would fight to make Wisconsin more affordable by lowering costs at the pump, the doctor’s office, and at the end of the month.

Crowley, who would become the state’s first Black governor if elected, responded that he was honored by the support from someone who defines leadership. He credited Obama’s past efforts on healthcare and jobs while saying the former president has passed the baton to a new generation.

The endorsement comes less than a month before the Nov. 3 election. Crowley faces Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, who received an early endorsement from President Donald Trump in January. Recent polling showed the race within a few percentage points.

Obama’s backing arrives as Democrats seek to boost turnout in the battleground state. The former president won Wisconsin twice during his own campaigns. Crowley has also received support from Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Gov. Tony Evers.

The dueling presidential endorsements highlight the high stakes in Wisconsin’s top race this cycle.